Master’s candidates who intend to complete their degree prior to 31 August 2013, as well as individuals who earned their degree within the last two years, are invited to consider applying to the Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program. As a PMF, Fellows from all industries are prepared to begin their service with the Federal workforce…
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Plan early for a study abroad
We have one more study abroad post to share with you. Today, that story is my own. I was working away last Spring, trying to make sure we were sharing the news with students about upcoming study abroad opportunities, when it was suggested that I take advantage of the University of Southern Mississippi affiliate program…
National Science Foundation Visit
Good news for anyone who is interested in earning National Science Foundation (NSF) grants: a group of NSF officials will visit campus this Thursday, September 27. Our guests will be Dr. Lori Stevens, Program Officer, NSF BIO, Division of Environmental Biology, and Mr. John Adamec, Program Analyst, NSF BIO, Division of Environmental Biology. They will be here…
Graduating in December?
Graduation is 12 weeks away for some of our graduate students. While the thought of graduating is intoxicating, it also means that there are many more deadlines to juggle this semester for those completing their degree in December. If you are one of those students, there are some important dates you need to know. The…
The next RPCV, Ashley Schnitker
We have another guest blogger for you today. Ashley Schnitker is a master’s candidate in the Environmental Studies program. She is also part of the Peace Corps Master’s International program. Read on to learn more about Ashley and what brought her here to the College of Charleston. After three years in the “real world” I…
Studying the Ganges
Just like Kimberly Ryan, Michael Griffin received a scholarship to study abroad in India this past summer. The post that follows paints a vivid picture of his experience. I hope you enjoy the reading. One of the world’s most important rivers has its start at a shrinking glacier high in the Himalayas. Together with…
In a city near you
If you’re in graduate school already, you can skip this blog. Or, better yet, share it with a friend of yours who hasn’t gone back to college yet. For those of you still sticking around, I wonder where you’re from. Me? I’m from Charleston. Yep, right here on the coast of South Carolina where the…
How to pay for graduate school
Graduate school is an investment Graduate school is hard work and it certainly stretches your financial capacity. Whether you’re in graduate school or interested in continuing your education, you have likely considered the financial cost of earning another degree. While graduating with your master’s degree is the ultimate goal, a secondary aim is to graduate…
Travel Abroad this Spring
Our blog posts over the last few months have had an international theme. Alexandra worked in France, Kimberly studied in India, and Andrew started his Peace Corps Master’s International service in the Philippines. Working and studying abroad is an incredible opportunity and one you should consider while in graduate school. This spring, Dean Amy McCandless…
East Shore Athletic Club
Part of maintaining balance as a graduate student is keeping a healthy lifestyle. The College of Charleston offers access to a variety of locations on and off campus to keep you active. All that is required of you is your College of Charleston Cougar Card. Included in these facilities are the 13 East Shore Athletic…
